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Women: Moving Forward Financially after the Loss of a Spouse
Sep 02, 2021 |
7 Minute ReadThe loss of a spouse can be a devastating, life-changing event. Due to longer life expectancies, women are more likely to face this situation. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, 40% of women age 65 and older are widows compared to 13% of men, and it might surprise you to know that approximately 34% of widows are under age 65. Becoming a widow at any age can be one of the most difficult challenges a woman must face. Not only is there the emotional loss of a husband, but also the task of handling everything--including all the finances--without the help of…
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May 29 is 529 Day
May 28, 2021 |
2 Minute Read529 - A Holiday for… College Savings? Happy 529 Day! Happy National 529 College Savings Plan Day! Yes, there truly is a holiday for everything now… even college savings. But what exactly is a 529 College Savings Plan and why does it deserve a day of recognition? A 529 plan is a savings plan that is designed to help families save for future college expenses.** According to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, “There are two types of 529 plans: prepaid tuition plans and college savings plans. All fifty states and the District of Columbia sponsor at least one type of 529 plan”…
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2021 Virginia’s Best Financial Planning Firm
May 21, 2021 |
1 Minute ReadThank you to the readers of Virginia Living magazine for nominating Good Wealth Management as one of the 2021 “Best of Virginia,” in the category of Best Financial Planning firms. We are honored to have earned a coveted spot on the list for the fifth year in a row.
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As a firm that serves clients in 20+ states from our offices in Harrisonburg, we extend a heartfelt thank you to our clients, our friends, families and everyone who has supported us over the years. It is a privilege to serve you. Our main priority is upholding the standard of care we… -
The Sandwich Generation: Juggling Family Responsibilities
Apr 30, 2021 |
5 Minute ReadAt a time when your career is reaching a peak and you are looking ahead to your own retirement, you may find yourself in the position of having to help your children with college expenses while at the same time looking after the needs of your aging parents. Squeezed in the middle, you've joined the ranks of the "sandwich generation." What challenges will you face? Your parents faced some of the same challenges that you may be facing now: adjusting to a new life as empty nesters and getting reacquainted with each other as a couple. However, life has grown even more…
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When Divorce Happens
May 21, 2020 |
2 Minute ReadGoing through a divorce can be difficult, no matter the reason, because it represents loss. Not just the loss of a relationship, but also the loss of shared dreams and commitments. The process can turn your world ―and the world of everyone involved― upside down, but there are ways to help you chart a new course for your life. Understand that your feelings are normal. You may feel sad, angry, frustrated, or exhausted. Maybe, you are anxious about the future. Whether or not this is a new situation for you, these feelings may be intense. Accept that they are normal, and will…
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What to Do with Your 401(k) Plan When You Change Jobs
Mar 16, 2020 |
7 Minute ReadWhen you change jobs, you need to decide what to do with the money in your 401(k) plan. Should you leave it where it is, or take it with you? Should you roll the money over into an IRA or into your new employer's retirement plan? As you consider your options, keep in mind that one of the greatest advantages of a 401(k) plan is that it allows you to save for retirement on a tax-deferred basis. When changing jobs, it's essential to consider the continued tax-deferral of these retirement funds, and, if possible, to avoid current taxes and penalties…
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